Jet Fuel Procurement – FOB ARA or TTO
Jet Fuel Procurement – FOB ARA or TTO
Jet fuel supply hinges on tight product specs, secure allocation windows and documented custody transfer. Financely operates as a licensed procurement operator in the Amsterdam–Rotterdam–Antwerp hub and selected EU terminals. We secure Jet A-1 cargoes FOB on vessel or Tank-to-Tank (TTO), manage inspection and documentation, and release title once funds are cleared.
Operator Retainer – Waterfall Pricing
| Contract Value (Jet A-1) | Up-Front Retainer* |
|---|---|
| USD 10 – 25 million | USD 200 000 |
| USD 25 – 50 million | USD 250 000 |
| USD 50 – 100 million | USD 300 000 |
| > USD 100 million | Custom quote |
*Retainer is due by bank transfer or LC at sight on issuance of the independent inspection report (Intertek or SGS).
What the Retainer Covers
- Sourcing & Allocation – Terminal slot booking or in-tank inventory lock.
- Commercial Negotiation – Price differential, laytime, loss caps.
- Operational Control – Vessel vetting, draft checks, demurrage tracking or tank-dip supervision.
- Inspection Management – Inspector nomination, composite sampling, rapid lab release.
- Document Pack & Title Transfer – B/L or tank certificate, ullage, CQQ, movement cert, invoice.
FOB ARA vs TTO – Quick Comparison
| Parameter | FOB ARA | TTO |
|---|---|---|
| Parcel Size | 25 000 - 60 000 MT | 5 000 - 25 000 MT |
| Buyer Costs | Freight, demurrage, cargo value | Throughput, in-tank transfer fee, cargo value |
| Title Passage | Vessel rail | Tank dip |
| Inspection | Ship-shore ullage + sample | Tank gauge + sample |
Pricing Methodology
Final price is Platts CIF NWE Jet(average of five pricing days bracketing loading/dip) plus/minus differential for parcel size, timing and spec. Differentials move daily and are driven by refinery netbacks, freight and storage premiums. Expect transparency, not rebates.
Operator Workflow
- Pre-Screen – Buyer KYC, target parcel, modality.
- Engagement Letter – Scope and retainer waterfall agreed.
- Slot Allocation – Terminal nomination or tank assignment.
- Independent Inspection – Intertek/SGS issue quality & quantity.
- Retainer Settlement – Fee paid against lab report.
- Title & Cargo Payment – Buyer pays cargo, documents released.
Buyer Readiness Checklist
- Corporate registration and KYC.
- Proof of funds for cargo value.
- Acceptance of Platts-based pricing.
- Signed engagement letter and retainer budget.
Need Jet A-1 FOB ARA or via TTO? Submit your details and receive a formal quotation today.
Request a QuotationFinancely Group provides procurement and operator services. All transactions are subject to KYC, sanctions screening and EU trade compliance. We reserve the right to decline counterparties that do not meet professional standards.
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